SATURN IN RETROGRADE AND DIRECT MOTION

Saturn is the planet of restriction, delays, obstacles and hard work.  It is known as the task maker or the teacher of the Zodiac.  Saturn by birth position usually shows an area of life that we have to work at in order to make things succeed.  If Saturn is poorly aspected in the birth chart this is doubly so, although Saturn also offers rewards for those with diligent work ethics.

Saturn while in its direct motion through transit suggests that there will be time delays, limitations and boundaries to overcome, unlike most planets in their direct cycle.  When Saturn turns retrograde which is about 140 days a year, its energies are quite the contrary.  The retrograde motion of Saturn may be a time when you feel less restricted and held back, although signing agreements or making major decisions is not recommended.  This is a time when you can rethink what action you can take in order to facilitate growth when the timing is better.  This is a planning stage when you can actually take great strides forward when other planets trigger the appropriate timing factors.

Saturn has a 29 year cycle and usually retrogrades about 15 degrees in each sign.  It usually moves into retrograde up to 8-9 degrees during its cycle.  As Saturn is linked with achievement, ambition and delivers what is truly deserved, when the Sun (also linked to ambition) through transit aspects Saturn, its square to Saturn often brings some struggles with regards to your goals and aspirations.  If it trines Saturn, the blended energies of the Sun and Saturn offer some stability in these areas. 

Saturn in its retrograde cycle is somewhat similar to Jupiter, in that it offers opportunities to succeed in your endeavours and planning is a fundamental action while Saturn goes through its retrograde motion.  The normal cautionary application of Saturn is softened during its retrograde cycle.

Saturn’s energies also deals with accountability and the house or houses that it retrogrades through will make you answerable to these specific areas of life being tested.  Saturn tends to test you and if you failed to do what you should have been doing during its direct motion, you may be held accountable for your actions or non-action when Saturn again turns direct.  If, on the other hand, you were working with the energies of Saturn while in direct motion, the areas of life dictated by house position will offer rewards for due diligence and hard work.  Saturn rewards when applicable.

In closing, Saturn direct offers opportunities to move ahead in life although with some caution attached to the process.  Saturn retrograde suggests a time for evaluation and planning and then to move ahead with caution once Saturn moves direct again and when other planets may trigger potential activities.

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PEER PRESSURE AND THE UNFOLDING STORY OF YOU

Peer pressure applies to all age group.  Although most of us associated peer pressure with the formative years, many of us allow this pressure to influence us well into our adult years.  Fitting into their group of friends is very important to most people.  Unfortunately, we act as we “think” others expect us to act and as a result, we stray at times far from our “real” self just to feel as though we fit in.  We display a different image to each individual we meet.

There does come a time, however, that we begin to understand our own uniqueness and we slowly disconnect ourselves from the need to be as others think we should be.  In reality most other people do not see us the way we see ourselves.  Ask ten people to define who you are and you will receive ten different descriptions.  So at some point you will have to ask yourself who are you really trying to please. 

In our process of trying to please, we lose ourselves along the way but eventually we begin a search for self.  We realize we are lost within ourselves.  If we are honest, we must admit that the best person we can be is who we truly are.

The difficulty with self acceptance lies in filtering out what it is we like and dislike about who we are.  Self-awareness is a process that can be very painful, but arriving at an honest solution is the first step in making desired changes to who you want to be.  You cannot change anything about yourself until you become aware of who you actually are.

If we take an honest look of the core person, we will discover many, many character traits that are quite admirable. 

To assist in allowing true development, take a moment and write down, with complete honesty, all challenging personality quirks as well as the encouraging character traits.  This will assist in initiating the process.   Acknowledgement is step one.  As you uncover these characteristics decide whether you want them to be part of the new you or something that you no longer want to identify with.

Each time we notice unwanted reactions, we must reminder ourselves that this reaction is not who we are.  It takes time for this awakening to unfold but the process has begun. 

In six months from now, again take notes on what your positive character traits are and what unwanted conditions exist.  Compare the two notes.  You will be amazed at the rapid change that has taken place and how much more comfortable you are with the true you.  Yes; it does takes time, but it is well worth the effort. 

Happiness is a choice.  If you are unhappy with your life, one of the reasons may be that you are not being your true self.  Awaken to the possibilities and to the “you” who is waiting to be released.          

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TRANSITING URANUS ON THE IC, PART II

TRANSITING URANUS ON THE IC, PART II

We are continuing our look at the energies created from transiting Uranus on the IC (Imum Coeli which is Latin for the bottom of the sky) from July 8.

When Uranus moves into the fourth house, changes can occur that can affect the whole family or just one individual, often a parent.  If this change primarily affects one of the parents, it will usually be the most submissive parent.  The fourth and tenth house axis is known as a parental axis.

This will primarily be a learning period although change in some fashion or another is often a by-product.  As the fourth is connected to your roots, quite often issues surface that need alignment during this time and we are forced to deal with them head on.  There is no chance of letting them pass by and Uranus not only suggests that they need dealing with, but lets us know in no uncertain terms that we need to deal with them now.  This could be related to a parent’s influence, early upbringing, early schooling and feelings of self-worth due to these circumstances.

Changes to the occupation are quite common, moves into new surroundings and sometimes a change of relationship also is part of the equation.  As trying as some of these changes may be, they are necessary as life needs to shift directions in order to facilitate growth.  Uranus is all about change and disruption and although its actions can be sudden and can sneak up without notice, exciting or fearful, they are required changes.

Uranus is also very impulsive and when it acts, its action is instantaneous and unexpected, so be prepared, but do not look ahead in the future in fear of what might happen as not only is it a requirement but you will be quite happy that it took place once complete.

Have a look at how Uranus is aspected in the birth chart and if it is poorly aspected things may be a little challenging.  If it is well aspected you will probably be prompted to move ahead without any drastic influence coming from outside forces.  You always have little hints before the energies push you ahead in your intended direction. 

Check to see if there are other planets linked to the IC as they will also provide you with information as to how these energies might unfold.  These planetary energies will mold and mix together as one.  Check to see where Uranus is in your natal chart as this will also give you further information.  It should be understood, however, that Uranus acts impulsively and it will be very difficult to ascertain exactly how it will unfold.  Uranus has been mystifying Astrologers forever!

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TRANSITING URANUS ON THE IC, PART I

The transit of Uranus on the IC (Imum Coeli, latin for bottom of the sky), can have erratic effects in your life especially if it is stationary or goes retrograde over this specific degree in your Chart. 

Uranus, the awakener, will often work in ways that are totally unexpected creating upheaval and change in your life.  Uranus is unconventional in its behaviour.  It is known as the bohemian of the Zodiac, and you can safely say that with Uranus anything is possible.  Expect the unexpected is a common phrase used by Astrologers when describing the effects of a powerful Uranus transit.  Uranus suggests, at least at first, that you review your life and make changes to old and outdated ways of living.  These changes are a requirement of the soul from a deep level and if you do not make the necessary adjustments, life will make the changes in a more dramatic manner for you.  You can either make the moves when appropriate or ride the wave that life will create to make the change.  Uranus will turn your life around, but in the end it will be a positive and in ways that are necessary.

Uranus along with the Progressed Moon and often Mars and sometimes the Sun can be used as timers when deciphering what might happen in your life.  Uranus in particular is used as a timer and quite often events unfold on the day it is directly making an aspect to a position in the natal chart or progressed chart, or when it makes an aspect to another planet in either of these charts, particularly when in conjunction.  During the conjunction, there will be a blending of these energies and quite often something takes place particularly if this planet is also conjunct one of the angles (MC, ASC, IC, DC).

With Uranus transiting into the fourth house (and it is particularly strong as it crosses the IC), often the family, the home and issues left unresolved from the pass are highlighted.  Remember that Uranus in its transit also has an effect on the opposite end of the spectrum (the MC) and often the working environment and your goals in life are part of the equation. 

As an example, a specific Chart that was prepared for an client during this transit was unexpectedly packaged off from a long career spanning over 30 years on the exact day that Uranus passed over the IC.  Not only was the working environment changed forever, (Uranus impact is usually permanent) but the home base also had to adapt to these changes and the home environment changed significantly for this individual.  Although this individual often felt pushed to leave the job, fear of the unexpected held them back, so life took over and completed the soul’s requirement for change.  After some adjustment, life did changed forever for this individual and the new life was exactly what was required in their ongoing growth.  The working environment was actually stagnating this growth and because nothing was done to make changes by this client, the energies of Uranus took hold and altered the situation.  This is an perfect expression of how Uranus and its unpredictability can disrupt life and change the course of things on a very permanent basis. 

We will continue our look at transiting Uranus on the IC in our next astrology post on July 11.

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PEOPLE UNITE

In a world that seems to be currently ravaged with hatred and dominance , we look for unity in our “fight”.  Our fight is not one of anger or violence.  It is not one of greed or injustice.  It is a fight for unity which is not for the faint of heart, yet calls on all of us to act.  Join together as brothers and sisters to unify for one reason and one reason alone, to bring us all together in peace and harmony, to bring us together as one, as the greater whole.

We came into this world under the same general conditions, under the same energies, without judgement and free of burden.  This is our birth right and still holds true today no matter what choices others make.  Most of us have buried our innocence along the way, but this innocence is at our core.  It is not lost.  It is simply bound in hatred and lack of trust but can be released and enjoyed once again through love.

Allow love to rule your world from this day forward.  Through love, your children, their children and their children can live in peace with one another.  We are the teachers through example.  Through love we can allow our true self to awaken once again.  United we stand; divided we do surely fall.

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TRANSITING NEPTUNE ON THE IC, PART II

We are continuing our post from July 4, 2016 on Neptune passing over the IC and entering into the fourth house.    To review, we have discussed how Neptune tends to cloud things and whatever it touches is seldom clear and the direction life will take you in is likely yet to be understood. 

Neptune may also prove to cause issues when you are trying to decide which part of your life deserves more attention, the working environment and your career (MC) or your family and home life (IC).  There is often a discrepancy with trying to decide which way to move forward and one area of life seems to get in the way of the other area of life.

Although all outer planets call for your attention and often instigate some needed change, often enacted through some stressful conditions, Neptune can also be insightful and inspirational.  During this period of Neptune crossing the IC, you may experience an awakening of sorts and you may be able to dive deeper into your core identity and understand what circumstances from your past have brought you to where you are now.  This can be a profound awakening period in your life.  With an understanding of what has brought you to where your life is now, doors can be opened for you.  Periods of your life may have been painful, but you are now able to delve into these areas to find solutions to situations that have held you back previous.

Much of your past can be exposed and understood now.  You can use this insight to facilitate growth on many levels. 

Do not waste this opportunity.  Neptune does bring mystical insight and unclogs plugged drains, clearing the debris so the waters of emotion are free to flow again.

Much will depend on how Neptune is aspected in your birth chart.  How it will manifest in your life during this transition period is reflected through aspects in the birth chart.  Check not only Neptune’s natal potential, but also have a look at where Neptune is located in the birth chart by house position as well as the sign it is in.  This will give you extra information into the unfolding potential that exists during this once in a lifetime experience. 

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